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Lizzie in University City, MO

Hi, everyone, My name is Lizzie and I am a cute little redhead looking for my forever home. My foster mom tells me I have a sassy walk, and that I make a good watchdog, because I bark when someone new comes in. I am 4-years-old (born 11/20/21), healthy, and have good house manners. I think she means that I have not had an accident! I love to run around in the back yard and visit with the dogs on the other side of the fence. I have learned the joys of snuggling next to her on the sofa and promise to stick to you like glue.

Lizzie’s foster mom, here: If you want a snuggle bug, this is your girl. She will be very shy at first, and wary of new people. I believe she was not treated well in her first life and is just learning that not all humans will hurt her. She has not had an accident, and goes out every 3 to 5 hours. She resisted going outside at first, and I believe she was afraid of not getting back in! She does not potty on leash yet but we are working on her leash and harness skills. She follows me around, and has learned her name and the word “treat”. Now she will follow her foster brother and sister, and if you are out in the fenced in yard with her she will be right next to you.

Since coming to Cavalier Rescue USA, Lizzie had a dental where she lost 10 teeth and was spayed. She did well, and eats like a champ. Sometimes she is too excited to eat and will find comfort by eating in her crate, which is a comfortable safe space. I did have a gathering here one night and after saying hello to all the new people, went to her crate for quiet time.

Lizzie would do best with someone who is home most of the time and who will work with her to improve her social skills. She will initially growl or bark but when she knows there is no “stranger danger”, she is fine. She follows the lead of her foster siblings, and will nap with them, but she wants to be close to her person. She would do well with another dog to mimic, and is currently a work in progress. She is petite, shy, healthy, and although her coat is a little patchy as there were many matts on her hindquarters, her beautiful dark ruby coat is growing back beautifully. She is up to date on vaccines and preventatives.

Lizzie will carry your dirty socks or tee shirts to the couch and add them to her collection of small soft toys. She does not chew them up. She had lost a litter of 3 puppies, so adopted these items instead it seems. She will however, chew up your pen or pencil or papers if she finds it lying around, but otherwise is not destructive. I got her an elk antler, which she will chew on. She is crate trained, and sleeps by my bed all night, but would LOVE to join you in the big bed. She is also very treat motivated, so further training should be fairly easy. It is a joy to watch her “treat dance” of spins and wagging her whole body. She gets just tiny low calorie treats to keep her weight healthy.

If you can provide Lizzie’s forever home, please complete our online application if you haven’t already, and then please email Sarah Noebels at cavalierrescuesarah@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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St. Nicholas in Dallas, TX

Meet St. Nicholas — an 8-year-old (birthday 9/1/17) gentleman with ruby good looks and a heart full of love. This handsome boy is the definition of a love bug. He adores being petted and getting belly rubs, is wonderful with kids, and is happiest curled up beside his people — whether that’s snoozing on the couch or snuggling in bed with you. Don’t let his cozy side fool you though — he still has a playful streak and proudly runs after squirrel friends, so a fenced yard is a must for this little adventurer.

St. Nicholas loves his person and isn’t shy about showing it — he’ll happily greet you with excited chatter when you come home because he’s ready for your love and affection. He grew up with multiple dogs and does well with canine companions, but he’d also be perfectly content as your one-and-only. He was deeply loved and well cared for by his previous owner, and it shows in his sweet nature and trusting spirit.

He is house trained, though he doesn’t signal when he needs to go out, so his adopter should plan to let him outside every few hours. He currently wears a belly band overnight since he has been known to occasionally lift his leg indoors early morning.

He weighs about 25 pounds and could stand to lose a pound or two to stay in tip-top shape. He is neutered, microchipped, current on core vaccines and on heartworm preventatives. He had an echocardiogram and was diagnosed with a grade B2 heart murmur. He has been started on Vetmedin and he happily gobbles it up like a treat.

If you’re looking for a loyal, affectionate companion with a perfect blend of calm cuddles and playful charm, St. Nicholas is ready to be your devoted best friend. ❤️

If you think he might be the perfect addition to your family, please email Shelby at shelbynfields@gmail.com to express your interest. Please make sure you already have an application on file.

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Aubrey in Hainesport, NJ

Meet Aubrey! She is a healthy, 4-year-old female Ruby Cavalier with the sweetest soul and the most loving heart. This 23-pound beautiful girl is spayed, microchipped, recently had a dental, and is up-to-date on vaccines. Apart from needing to lose a little weight, which is a work in progress, she is in great health — ready to start her new chapter with a forever family of her own.

True to her Cavalier nature, Aubrey is a world-class snuggler. She absolutely loves to cuddle up close, soak in affection, and give plenty of sweet kisses. She’s a happy, gentle, and loving girl who thrives on companionship.

Aubrey gets along beautifully with dogs, kids, and adults alike. She walks nicely on a leash and enjoys getting out and exploring with her people. Her calm, affectionate temperament makes her a wonderful addition to many types of homes.

Aubrey came to rescue from a commercial breeding facility, so she’s still learning some of the basics of life in a home. She is currently working on potty training and is doing wonderfully! Given the challenging Northeast winter weather, she is pad trained but will reliably go to the bathroom when taken outside or out for a walk. With a little patience and consistency, she’ll continue to blossom. She’s not super keen on the crate. As a typical Cavalier, she would most prefer to lounge on the couch or in bed.

Aubrey would do best in a home with someone home during the day. She has shared a foster home with another resident dog, but she would be fine as an only dog as she is most interested in her people. She is not cat tested.

If you’re looking for a devoted little shadow who will fill your days with love, warmth, and tail wags, Aubrey may just be your perfect match. If you live within driving distance, please complete our online application if you haven’t already, and then email Rebecca Plimpton at beckplimpton@gmail.com so she knows of your interest.

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Norman in West Hills, CA

“Stormin’ Norman”, a rhyming nickname frequently used for anyone named Norman who is also seen as a dynamic or forceful personality. Are you ready to add a “fiery redhead” to your life? Meet Norman, a 2-year-old, male, Ruby Cavalier weighing 24 lbs. He was born on October 1^st, 2023.

Norman loves everything about life and will follow you anywhere. He’s a counter surfing, toilet drinking, bundle of energy. Yes, he is tall enough to reach a lot of areas you wouldn’t think a Cavalier could. He lives up to his nickname and will need a family that has the time and energy to keep up with him.

Toys are a favorite of his and the more he has, the better. Don’t count on him being tidy with them. They are best spread throughout the house. Norman does enjoy a good game of fetch and will deposit the chosen ball or toy on you, your keyboard, or on the table next to you. Wherever he feels it will most likely get your attention. Norman is very smart and enjoys interactive toys. He also loves to chew and will need a supply of safe things to chew on. Going for walks is right up there with toys. If you happen to pass by his leash and harness, he will grab them and look expectantly at you with those big brown eyes asking if it’s time to go. If you reach for them, he can hardly contain himself he gets so excited.

Norman would love a home where someone is either home with him most of the time or where he gets to go with you on your outings. He prefers not to be left behind. He travels well in the car and enjoys meeting new people. No shyness in this pup. Long walks or hikes would be a plus. Norman walks well on a leash and knows a couple of basic commands. He would benefit from an obedience class or two and would probably do very well in agility. He is fast, watch those open doors. He can jump, clears the back of the couch when he gets the zoomies and, he somewhat understands the concept of table, albeit he’s using the coffee or side tables in the family room. The world is his jungle gym.

Norman does sleep in a crate at night, or when he has to be left alone. Due to his insatiable curiosity, his foster family has found it best not to leave him unattended in the house. While he readily goes into his crate at night, he will put up a fuss if put in the crate during the day. This usually only lasts for a few minutes.

Norman is pretty good about doing his business outside. In his previous home this was all done while on a leash. At his foster home he has a backyard to go out into and has even started giving signals that he needs to go out. He does wear a belly band while in the house due to marking. The marking has been drastically reduced since his neuter and should only continue to get better with oversight and frequent outings.

While in foster care, Norman is recently neutered, microchipped, and had his vaccinations updated. No murmur was detected on auscultation at his vet exam. He did come into rescue with very dry skin and was quite itchy. Switching up his diet and adding supplements is helping but will take some time.

If you are interested in providing Norman a loving, forever home, and live within a reasonable drive of West Hills, CA please complete our online application, if you haven’t already. Then email Donna at d_beirne@yahoo.com to let her know of your interest in Norman. You can also learn more about Our Adoption Process and check out our FAQ to see how we match our pups with their perfect humans.

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Princeton in Mechanicsburg, PA

Here is the pup with his new family…

Meet Princeton- a happy, energetic 11 month old Ruby puppy. He is tall, lean and handsome (Think John Wayne.), with a beautiful deep chestnut coat. When you think of Princeton- the first word that comes to mind is fun, the second is loving. Princeton came into rescue from a loving family, but the other dog in the home was constantly picking on him. When he first came into rescue, he was quite timid but quickly blossomed in his foster home. He enjoys the company of other Cavaliers and especially loves to play with his 4 year old foster sister as well as the resident cat.

Princeton is still very much a puppy with puppy energy. He needs regular exercise. Walks are fine, but the absolute joy of his life is fetching the frisbee. Daily play time of 30 to 45 minutes of frisbee fetching and tug-o-war really keeps him well mannered. He is also tall for a Cavalier and has the potential to reach things that he should not have access to. However, he understands the word “No” and normally obeys. He is very smart and is easily trained. He loves his yard and chasing the birds.

Princeton is still timid when meeting new people or going to new locations. He will relax with lots of positive reinforcement. He does bark when he sees people, other dogs and of course, squirrels, but he is working on being redirected. House-training has been going well, but he wears a belly band due to occasional marking. However he was recently neutered and that behavior is decreasing. After all the play and fun time is over, Princeton is happy to curl up in your lap for a nice petting session/snooze. He loves attention and actually can give hugs! He is truly a Velcro dog and is not really happy unless he is by your side.

Princeton weighs 20 lbs. His health is excellent. He is up to date with vaccinations and microchipped. The ideal home for Princeton would be one with someone home most of the time. He is crate trained and will go in his crate for meals and when left alone. Princeton would also enjoy a dog companion to play with as long as it is a calmer dog. He gets along fine with the cat but has not been kid tested. If there are kids in the home, we would prefer that they be older, respectful children since Princeton can be shy. Princeton is also a strong, young dog with lots of energy. He really needs a puppy manners class and someone committed to training and exercising him. There are lots of areas he would excel in, such as FastCAT, scent work and Rally obedience. Princeton is a special boy.

If you think you would be a good family for Princeton and live within a reasonable driving distance of Mechanicsburg, PA, please let us know! Make sure to have a current application on file and email Melissa (cavalierrescueusapa@gmail.com) and ask to be considered as a family for Princeton (please don’t call or text).

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PA license: 16547

Rubie in Las Vegas, NV

Rubie is a female ruby, born on January 1, 2017. She is in very good health. The Rescue has completed all the medical tests, vaccines, dental and physical exam. All Rescue dogs are micro chipped. She is ready to go to her fur-ever home.

Rubie had a very tragic journey to Rescue. She came into Rescue with two pack mates. Her owner was an older woman who died on a Thursday. Rubie and her two other pack mates stayed beside their owner until they were found on the following Monday. Rubie and her pack mates were traumatized and dehydrated. It has taken some very special foster love to get her to where she is today.

Rubie is super chill most of the time. She is not polite when it comes to meal time, however. She will jump up on you to be fed first. She will follow a command to get down or sit, but she is very definitely a foodie. She will eat until she pops if given the opportunity. That incudes toilet paper, so keep the bathroom doors closed!

Rubie will seek out quiet places to take her naps. She can sleep so deeply that she won’t know you are near. Rubie is not a cuddler at first. She may appear to be a bit standoffish, but has a charm all her own. She loves to play with toys and other dogs. Rubie is good with housetraining as long as you let her out when she wakes in the morning and after she eats. Rubie enjoys her walks. She will bark when you first go out, then will calm down right away. She likes to go on car rides too! Rubie is a flight risk. She will need to be in a very secure setting so she does not go exploring. Rubie appears to prefer women. She is very drawn to them. She gives hugs and kisses.

If you feel that you are a good match for Rubie, please complete the online adoption application at CavalierResscueUSA.net, and contact the Nevada coordinators: Judy and Rich Fitzpatrick at: rjfitz@sbcgobal.net, or (702) 675-6452. Please note: Nevada does not get many Rescues, so first choice will go to residents of Nevada. If no candidate is found in Nevada, we will consider applicants outside the state.

You are very special heroes to us for choosing to make one of our adorable pups a family member. Thank you.
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